Kevo's Bezzera Strega Lever NFS

FreshCoffee2

Just in case you (Kevohere) have not looked at it this way, can I mention I think you will be spending an aweful lot of money to go basically......sideways... Yes, a totally different modus operandi but nevertheless in terms of weighing up any expected *significant* leap in performance (whatever that be in terms of home use) Vs cost to do so, for me its just moving well....pretty much sideways, to something different. Is different "better", or just *different*, in terms of the actual equipment performance (coffee quality in mouth, and occasional guests to roll out extra coffees for)? Certainly it will be much lower, and there wont be a manual lever for the ladies to pull down. And of course if that is the brief, then so be it, but that introduces other very good performing machines that dont have the same hype driven price disadvantage. Just another opinion.

GeekKopi

Hi Kevo. I also think it's a side step but if it makes you and more importantly your better half happy then go for it. Best of luck with the sale. Me personally if I was to splash that kind of cash on a machine I would be different and get the Vesuvius from ACS (the artists formerly known as Ambient Espresso). I would however get it powder coated in white and some other custom touches with the change left over from not going the GS3 route.

Brett_H

I worry about the longevity of Vesuvius. So many moving and electronic parts. I suppose the same could be said for any modern machine but Vesuvius' dinky LED touch screen worries me as do the internal parts that control all that control. This Bezzera will make someone very, very happy.... especially at such a great price!

Caffeinated

I have never seen a vesuvius but I can't see why it would be any more complex than any other machine? Anyone here have one? My original iPad has a touchscreen and that still works. My 7 year old car has one too.

Lwowiak

Brett H wrote:

I worry about the longevity of Vesuvius. So many moving and electronic parts. I suppose the same could be said for any modern machine but Vesuvius' dinky LED touch screen worries me as do the internal parts that control all that control.

Brett, How could you have such a rational thought, and contradict the preaching of the world's most renown espresso machine expert?? Everything the mouth of the south sells is simply the greatest, and he will tell you so repeatedly, so that soon the light shall become clear. It is blasphemous to doubt the word of the mighty retailer. The electronics are state of the art, and surpass what NASA uses, no doubt they will be deemed indestructible. The wiring is not your common pvc coated crap, but most probably high temp silicon that can withstand 200deg+. The copper wire is probably not tinned, but platinum-ed. The internal design is so schmick that the possibility of water egress to any electrical part is unheard of. Remember, control boards do not fail, and technology is king. The more complex the design the longer it will last. I suggest your penance to be a BLT whilst watching "Team America". Durka Durka....

Lwowiak

Caffeinated wrote:

I have never seen a vesuvius but I can't see why it would be any more complex than any other machine? Anyone here have one? My original iPad has a touchscreen and that still works. My 7 year old car has one too.

What is your kickback for spruiking?? Chocolate? You lost me at iPad. So... your only concern is about the touchscreen? On that note, anything with a touchscreen must be good, and we have no need to worry about failure. Thank you for the assurance and reasoning. My belief, contrary as it may be, is that the Strega will have far more longevity than the Vesuvius.

Kevohere

Brett H wrote:

LOL...Gents I fear that this thread may solve many of the worlds problems but fail to sell a Strega. As KK is AWOL and usually the good guy who keeps everyone on target I'll have to be restrained and remind us that we are selling a darn fine espresso lever machine... As much I appreciate the excellent discussions!!

To quote that infamous singer: You took the words right out of my mouth. :🙂 Thanks Brett.

Koffee_Kosmo

Kev mate Do you want me to donate to you a longer bespoke hand turned Tasmanian timber handle for the lever pull section The longer pull handle makes it easier to operate and less muscle is required Ask wife first ? I can send it down to trial and if you still desire to sell the Strega then send the handle back to me Cheers KK

Brett_H

I've altered this thread folks at Kevo's request. The item is no longer for sale on this forum. That's all I'm going to say at this point. Good luck with the sale Kevo.

Moon

Brett H wrote:

I've altered this thread folks at Kevo's request. The item is no longer for sale on this forum. That's all I'm going to say at this point. Good luck with the sale Kevo.

^ Blimey .. the teaser. Stay tuned for the next instalment folks :stir What's happening with Kevos Strega :question: :lamp:

Lacehim

What's the price difference between the GS3 and the Strega sale price? why not by a breville or Oscar or somethng for the mrs? His and Hers machines! :stir Personally I'm happy with my little Oscar for $450 off eBay at the moment! lol.

Kevohere

Brett H wrote:

I've altered this thread folks at Kevo's request. The item is no longer for sale on this forum. That's all I'm going to say at this point. Good luck with the sale Kevo.

There is no "SALE" anymore, I'm keeping it FTTB. Thanks for all your input folks, AFAIAC, this discussion is closed. :-X

Moon

Excellent decision.

FreshCoffee2

Kevohere wrote:

There is no "SALE" anymore, I'm keeping it FTTB. Thanks for all your input folks, AFAIAC, this discussion is closed. :-X

Can I also just say, I too think you have made the right decision. Well done 😉